Flumes, weirs and other wastewater products are made from quite a few different materials. While they all have something special to offer, fiberglass has changed the game thanks to its numerous applications and benefits for all sorts of users. Learn all about the most important benefits of fiberglass. Resistance to Corrosion When you’re dealing with […]
One of the best available flumes is the Parshall design. It’s been around for nearly a century, and extensive research has been done on its design allowing for easy adjustability to a variety of different flow channel conditions without sacrificing the accuracy of flow rate measurements. There is a potential problem, however, when they’re used
If you’re looking to install a flume in an open channel system, there are quite a few considerations when it comes to finding the right fit. In addition to the various types and designs available for flumes that cater to different channel conditions, you’ll also have to choose the material your flume will be made
A stilling well is sometimes a necessary addition to a flume or weir box system, as it can help slow down the flow at certain points. This is to ensure that the flow reaches criticality at the opportune moment to allow for accurate flow rate measurements. While there are some potential problems that come with
In any flume or weir box, accurate measurements depend on a steady and controlled flow rate. While many factors can affect the integrity of that flow rate, what matters most is avoiding turbulence that can severely throw off any measurements. Fortunately, tools are available to help keep the flow steady and easily measurable. Learn how
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Proper installation is the key to a successful flow rate measurement using a flume. If the installation isn’t conducted properly, there’s really no way to consistently get accurate flow rate measurements, so you should take great care when setting up a flume. Fortunately, you can ensure your installation goes smoothly as long as you keep
While flumes are largely self-cleaning, you’ll have to go a bit further when it comes to maintaining a weir. Weirs require regular inspections and cleaning if you want to maintain accurate flow measurements. Fortunately, the process is relatively simple. Learn everything you need to know about how to clean a weir and ensure your weir
Flumes come in many different shapes and sizes, and that allows them to fit in a wide variety of open channel systems. That includes pipes as well, provided the water flowing through isn’t pressurized or filling the entire interior of the pipe. Flumes can be a useful method of measurement for flows through pipes, but
Flumes can be incredibly helpful for measuring flow rate, but there are some potential problems that can come with the installation process. Unless all the necessary steps are taken with close attention to detail, your measurements will be thrown off, rendering the effort pointless. Here are the most common problems with flume installation you should
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Flumes are among the best available solutions when you’re looking to measure flow rate in an open channel system. As long as the approach velocity is controlled well enough, a flume can provide reliable measurements for years and even decades. Out of all the materials and styles available, however, fiberglass Parshall flumes are among the
